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Kar Spor Ida Ultra
Güre, Türkiye
November 28, 2026 to November 29, 2026Date confirmed
105 km66 km44 km30 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+4
TRCountry Running Calendar
Running Calendar Türkiye: Marathons, Trails & Endurance Events
34 verified events (26 confirmed dates) and 162 races in Türkiye with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events3426 confirmed dates
Competitions162Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 160 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+4,910 m D+Course elevation profile
Regions, Cities & Sub-Destinations
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: Bob Ramsak · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Trail de Cappadoce
Ürgüp, Türkiye
March 20, 2027 to March 26, 2027Date confirmed
70 km53 km
MountainMulti-Day+2
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The Ephesus Ultra Marathon
Selçuk, Türkiye
March 27, 2027 to March 28, 2027Date confirmed
120 km61 km41 km27 km+2
Culture & HistoryNature & Off-Road+3
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Alanya Ultra
Alanya, Türkiye
March 27, 2027Date confirmed
90 km72 km50 km32 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadForest+4
Photo: Michael Gäbler · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Runtalya Marathon
Antalya, Türkiye
April 4, 2027Date confirmed
42 km21 km10 km5 km
City RunCulture & History
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Iznik Ultra
İznik, Türkiye
April 16, 2027 to April 18, 2027Date confirmed
160 km90 km50 km35 km+3
Nature & Off-RoadForest+3
Photo: Michael Gäbler · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Athletics Label
Istanbul Half Marathon
Istanbul, Türkiye
April 18, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km
City RunCulture & History+1
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Salomon Cappadocia Ultra Trail
Ürgüp, Türkiye
October 15, 2027 to October 17, 2027Date confirmed
119.8 km63.6 km38.6 km
Nature & Off-RoadDesert+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 28, 2026 - Nov 29, 2026 | Kar Spor Ida Ultra | Güre, Balıkesir, TR | Trail Running | 105 km66 km44 km30 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 20, 2027 - Mar 26, 2027 | Trail de Cappadoce | Ürgüp, Nevşehir, TR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 70 km53 km |
| Mar 27, 2027 - Mar 28, 2027 | The Ephesus Ultra Marathon | Selçuk, İzmir, TR | Trail Running | 120 km61 km41 km27 km |
| Mar 27, 2027 | Alanya Ultra | Alanya, Antalya, TR | Trail Running | 90 km72 km50 km32 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 4, 2027 | Runtalya Marathon | Antalya, Antalya, TR | Road Running | 42 km21 km10 km5 km |
| Apr 16, 2027 - Apr 18, 2027 | Iznik Ultra | İznik, Bursa, TR | Trail Running | 160 km90 km50 km35 km |
| Apr 18, 2027 | Istanbul Half Marathon | Istanbul, Istanbul, TR | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2027 - Oct 17, 2027 | Salomon Cappadocia Ultra Trail | Ürgüp, Nevşehir, TR | Trail Running | 119.8 km63.6 km38.6 km |
November 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 7, 2027 | Istanbul Marathon | Istanbul, Istanbul, TR | Road Running | 42.2 km15.5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Antalya Ultra Marathon | Antalya, Antalya, TR | Trail Running | 85 km57 km31 km22 km |
| Date to be announced | Course de cerfs | Istanbul, Istanbul, TR | Road Running | 28 km14 km8 km4 km |
| Date to be announced | Sapanca Ultra | Sapanca, Sakarya, TR | Trail Running | 60 km40 km21 km13 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running destination of Türkiye in europe is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 34 public events and 162 individual races, including 26 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Güre, Ürgüp, Selçuk, and Alanya. Notable events in the selection include Kar Spor Ida Ultra, Trail de Cappadoce, and The Ephesus Ultra Marathon.
Race distances span from 0.5 km to 160 km, reaching up to +4,910 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Türkiye includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Türkiye?
RunningCompass currently lists 34 verified events with 162 individual races in Türkiye. A total of 26 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Kar Spor Ida Ultra, Trail de Cappadoce, and The Ephesus Ultra Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Türkiye?
Events in Türkiye focus on Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 0.5 km entry-level races up to 160 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Güre, Ürgüp, Selçuk, and Alanya.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Türkiye?
The most selective courses in Türkiye climb up to +4,910 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Türkiye?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.
